Suspect wanted for Frankford bank robbery
The man who robbed a 3rd Federal Bank in Frankford Tuesday morning is still on the loose.
Around 9 a.m., the suspect entered the bank at 4625 Frankford Ave., and demanded money from the teller. He was armed with a handgun. The thief fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Police are looking for a black male about 20 years around 5’11” with a thin build. He was wearing a dark-colored hoodie and dark baseball hat at the time of the robbery.
If you have information about the suspect, call 215.686.TIPS (8477), text PPD TIP or 773847, or submit a tip online.
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